Allowed in EU

Trideceth-50

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-tridecyl-.omega.-hydroxy

What does it do?

Trideceth-50 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Trideceth-50 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Trideceth-50?

Trideceth-50 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-tridecyl-.omega.-hydroxy

Is Trideceth-50 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Trideceth-50 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Trideceth-50 do in cosmetic products?

Trideceth-50 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Trideceth-50?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trideceth-50 is 24938-91-8 (Generic).

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010